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Spittal sits on the south bank of the mouth of the River Tweed, looking directly across the water toward the Elizabethan walls of Berwick. Originally a medieval leper colony - from which it takes its name - it later evolved into a busy Victorian seaside resort and a hub for the local fishing and herring industries. Today, the geography of the place is defined by its long, sandy beach and a granite promenade that stretches toward the lighthouse at the end of the pier. It feels distinct from the main town of Berwick; it has its own quiet pace of life, with a mix of traditional stone fishermen’s cottages and later residential terraces. Life here revolves around the waterfront, where the river meets the North Sea, and while the wind can be sharp coming off the water, the views up the coast toward Holy Island are some of the best in Northumberland. It’s a practical spot, well-connected by the Royal Tweed Bridge and the nearby East Coast Main Line, yet it remains firmly tucked away from the main tourist trail.